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Baddeck Bay: Lakeside Boathouse Cottage with Dock

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A lakeside view with three Adirondack chairs facing a dock extending into a calm lake, surrounded by lush greenery and a clear sky.
A cozy cabin interior with a wooden ceiling, a large window overlooking greenery, a sofa with patterned cushions, and wicker furniture.
A wooden dock leading to a house with a blue window trim, surrounded by lush greenery and trees.
A rustic cabin interior with a wooden dining table, white chairs, a sofa, and a kitchen area.
A two-story house with a large front porch, a wooden deck, and a fenced yard.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Bras d'Or Lake

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Toys
  • Barbecue
  • Free internet
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Baddeck, Nova Scotia
  • Place, Bras d'Or Lake
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Centre 200
    ‪57 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom #2B

1 Double Bed

Bedroom #3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom #1

1 Queen Bed

Bunkroom #4

1 Single Bed

Bunkroom # 2A

1 Single Bunk Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Back Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Front Full Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Outdoor Shower

Soap · Towels provided · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

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Located in Beinn Bhreagh, this cottage is on the waterfront. Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site and Theatre Baddeck are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Kidston Island Lighthouse and Gilbert H. Grosvenor Hall. Wagmatcook Culture and Heritage Centre and Ross Ferry Provincial Park are also worth visiting. Windsurfing and sailing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and mountain biking nearby.
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Map
Baddeck, Nova Scotia

What's nearby

  • Bras d'Or Lake - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site - 8 min drive - 9.3 km
  • North Sydney Historical Society - 41 min drive - 64.2 km
  • Centre 200 - 57 min drive - 90.6 km
  • Big Fiddle of the Ceilidh - 58 min drive - 91.7 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Tom's Pizza - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Lynwood Inn Restaraunt - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Main Street - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Salt Rock Restaurant - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Baddeck Bay: Lakeside Boathouse Cottage with Dock pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Baddeck Bay: Lakeside Boathouse Cottage with Dock ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Baddeck Bay: Lakeside Boathouse Cottage with Dock ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Baddeck Bay: Lakeside Boathouse Cottage with Dock ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Baddeck Bay: Lakeside Boathouse Cottage with Dock located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Bras d'Or Lake and 2.7 mi (4.4 km) from MacAulays Hill Nature Reserve. Bell Bay Golf Club and Kidston Island are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 32 out of 39 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 39 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 39 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 39 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 39 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property is truly amazing, the view spectacular and the host couldn't be more accommodating.The location is so convenient to the village as well as central Cape Breton and the Cabat Trail.I will be back and highly recommend
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Nicely located rustic house.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 9 nights and had a great time. Clean, private, well equipped, close to town. Rustic cottage feel. Great views out the large windows. Plenty to do in the area. Hoping to come back next year!
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful View of the Bras D'Or

Perfect Cape Breton cottage experience.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic

The property is amazing, communication was easy, house was clean. Cannot wait to come back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

quiet and restful

Have to confess we missed the tv Found fireplace useful-very chilly in am Few repairs needed-some that had been done were a bit shoddy Overall a great cabin
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect family getaway

Large cottage perfect for families. Rustic but very comfortable and clean. My boys loved exploring the rooms and playing with the board games. The views of the water were stunning. The owner was great at communicating and always a text away. Our only issue was backing our 21 foot boat into the driveway. Otherwise it was a wonderful vacation! Perfect for large families!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Sept 2023
Thank you for coming and enjoying our family Lakeside Boathouse Cottage. We are widening and redoing the driveway this month so it will be ready for you to return next year if you can ! Thanks for being a great guest.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location!

We thoroughly enjoy our stay at the cottage. Jan is the perfect hostess. She was always available to answer any questions and offer additional details about the cottage and the area. The cottage is in a perfect, private location. It is large and offers tons of comfortable open communal living and private sleeping areas with super comfy beds. My grandchildren, 8 and 10 years old, loved it. Although, the kitchen isn’t large it was equiped with everything you could possibly need. We were very pleased with our choice.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Hidden Gem on the Brad d’Or Lakes - The perfect family escape. We absolutely loved our stay at this charming rustic cottage!! It’s the ideal spot to unplug, relax & make lasting memories. The space is warm and welcoming, witha. Smart layout that easily fits multiple families without feeling crowded. Rain day ? No problem there is plenty of room for games and cosy hangouts. Check out the cupboard full of games let the smiles and laughter flow. The location is unbeatable: Just minutes from Baddeck, yet surrounded by trees and right in the lake, it feels like your own private retreat. The yard is gorgeous, the swimming & boating was amazing, and honestly … none of us wanted to leave. Highly recommend for anyone looking to recharge and reconnect!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

Baddeck 2024

Our visit was very good. The directions and directions for entering were spot on (except the wasps and horse flies which you have no control over) i know it has probably been mentioned about maybe installing heat pumps for more comfort during the hot days of summer. other than that we had beautiful weather, good food and good friends to spend time with, could not have asked for much more Thanks from my family and I for the experience.. Have a great day Brian Leon
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
When I imagine a cottage in my mind, this is the kind of place I think of - simple construction, exposed framing well-built but rustic. It is magical! There is so much history in the walls of this converted boat house right on the shore of Bras d'Or Lake. Thoughtfully laid out, it provided much privacy for all of us as well as lake views from each bedroom (with the exception of the 2 bunk rooms.) The beds were all quite comfortable. Built in window seats throughout the cottage were perfect for curling up with a book or for sitting with coffee while contemplating the lake.I particularly appreciated the original artwork done by various family members over the years. The kitchen was adequately supplied with what we needed to prepare meals. And it was an easy and quick drive along the lakeshore to the town of Baddeck where we shopped for groceries and found several good restaurants and cafés.A private dock, lots of Adirondack chairs, a hammock, and a lovely deck with picnic table and grill all made being outside lovely. Swimming was so refreshing! I hope to return to this amazing spot!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Wonderful base for a family celebration!

Our three-generation family celebrated our 50th anniversary at the Lakeside Boat Cottage, and it was a wonderfully comfortable place for all of us to relax in the cushioned wicker furniture and window seats, cook in the well-equipped kitchen, eat together at a table accommodating us all, and sleep in beautifully furnished and comfortable bedrooms. It was also a conveniently central location to the various activities we wanted to take in, from the western side of the Cabot Trail to Ft. Louisbourg in the east. It is beautifully situated with great views of the lake and made a lovely setting for our family photo shoot. We also swam from the dock and the pebble beach and enjoyed the hammock and outdoor chairs. Since I, Grandma, did the booking, I was delighted when our children thanked me for finding such a great place! They loved the outdoor views upon arrival, and they commented on how the interior decor and presence of family photos made us all feel like we were sharing a much-loved family home rather than a generic place furnished from the big box stores. Jan, my contact person, was extremely helpful from the start, quickly answering all my questions, sending me a map of Cape Breton and activity brochures, and providing porta-cribs and an activity saucer for our 14 month old and 8 month old grandsons. They along with our 3 year old grandson all enjoyed the wonderful array of toys available. The mothers of these little boys were especially grateful for the washer and dryer in the cottage, which they used daily. The housekeeper was available for any questions we had upon arrival, and she responded quickly and helpfully while giving us our privacy. One of the owners was living in the house next-door, and he also greeted us and was helpful but in no way intrusive. He shared a little of the history of the cottage in their family, which added to our sense of a family-friendly atmosphere. We felt well supported by those with local knowledge throughout our stay. I would not hesitate to highly recommend this cottage to anyone looking for a quiet but accessible base for their Cape Breton visit. I'm sure you will find it delightfully comfortable and enjoyable, as we did.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Mar 2020
We are so glad you all explored our island and found our cottage comfortable for your family stay! Let us add our congrats for a 50th anniversary! Please return anytime .
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host for this lovely property could not have been more helpful or accommodating. I stayed here with three friends while we were fly fishing on Cape Breton, and this turned out to be a perfect home base. We were here for 9 days, and my group was very grateful for staying in such a nice, relaxing place. Everything worked well on the property, it was very clean, and correspondence with the host was fast and helpful. As I mentioned to the host, this is the nicest VRBO property I've ever stayed in, and if I were planning to come back to Cape Breton and Baddeck, I would re-book this in a heartbeat. I would highly recommend this to anyone looking to stay in a quiet, clean, relaxing place.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
again, we were not disappointed. Jan has gone above and beyond to accommodate our needs. wonderful location, this location had everything we needed to make our week enjoyable. bathrooms were great, cabin was quint, everyone of our party was super comfortable. Second time renting from this own, both times were excellent.5 stars.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and we’ll equipped - vrbo details were wrong (a tv was listed) but host went out of her way to ensure toys etc for our three year old grandson we’re available, though he played a lot of the time with the firewood. Can be very cold in the morning switching to very hot by afternoon. Lack of blinds or curtains were not the problem we thought they might be - except when trying to watch the World Cup over the excellent broadband. Overall a great week and I’d recommend to others.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Grandma's cherubs!

I traveled with a friend and 5 of my grand children. After covid shut down I thought it would be nice to connect. We picked this place because of its solitude. We toured the Cabot trail and had a wonderful swim in the ocean. Baddeck was 5 mins down the road so easy access to restaurants and unique stores! We fished at the cottage and released, but so enjoyed our time together. Went whale watching and enjoyed seeing them so much! The cottage it's self had very comfy beds and was well equipped. I would say we had a wonderful time and would love to rent again! 😊 Having 5 teens I would suggest maybe a paddle boat, kayak and canoe. Just for the down times and to let them explore. Hoping to return next year! Thank you Jan.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great setting for a family retreat

This lovely property is in a beautiful, serene, and quiet location only a few minute drive from Baddeck. The house has rustic charm and is well maintained and all details are carefully attended to. It's an uninsulated structure, so will get warm during a hot day, but even in July it cools off nicely at night. No AC but plenty of fans and operational windows. If you have your own boats/paddleboards/watercraft this would be a great property to rent. If you don't (we did not) it's just a beautiful setting to enjoy. In the middle of July there was little activity on the lake, and you can barely see the next house down the lake, so it feels like a completely private setting. There are lots of sleeping spaces and rooms with doors so its easy to have some privacy, along with a really great main gathering space with dining table and windows facing the lake. Kitchen is small but completely functional. There's even an outdoor shower! Jan, the host, was a pleasure to deal with and responsive via text and offered much helpful advice. Our family really enjoyed being in this home for our summer holiday.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous lake cottage

Plenty of room, great views on the lake, good swimming in a cute town with good restaurants. Centrally located for cape breton activities. Jan is a great host and communicates well. Highly recommend. Our family loved it
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy cottage

We had 3 generations staying in this lovely cottage. It really felt like a home, not a generic rental. Beds and bedding were comfortable. Location is very convenient to Baddeck and points NE. Loved the dock, through the water was still too cold for us the first week of July. We just wanted to stay all summer!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful spot for a summer stay near Baddeck

We stayed at Jan's spot for a week the end of June and had a wonderful time. A very comfy spot that is rustic (a nice tradtional cottage feel), but well stocked. Right on the lake for swimming and other activities. Jan is a wonderful host who made the booking experience easy and stayed in contact us during the trip.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful cottage

We had a great stay, such a nice property! Would 100% stay there again
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Stay on Lake side Boat

Very nice, great property with rustic look and feel. Great location, will come back again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely property

We had a great experience at this property. The cottage is much larger than expected with more than enough room for 4 adults and 3 pre-teens. It was so convenient to have onsite laundry and we made use of the outdoor shower after spending time on the beach and lake. We didn’t need anything except our clothes and food! The location is fantastic - very private but minutes from Baddeck and the perfect location to start your day whether you’re doing the trail or going to Sydney. Hosts were great and responded quickly to any questions we had.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Roomy and Rustic Boathouse

We enjoyed their this rustic boathouse very much with it's ample space to relaxe and spend time as a family, it's peaceful surroundings, location and the dock access to swim on warmer days. The kitchen is well stocked. The owner even provided an extra item we had enquired about in advance. A small issue was quickly resolved by the owner. The caretaker was readily available. Should we come back to visit Cape Breton, we would certainly look the boathouse up to rent it again if available.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Week at the Cottage

We had a fantastic time here - truly a family cottage stay. Located very close to Baddeck (on the same road on which Alexander Graham Bell lived!) means groceries, coffee shops, and places to eat etc are easy to access. We were also near many trails/waterfall hikes. The cottage itself has loads of space for our two families (including 4 teen boys)- two living room areas (with huge window seats and a view and one with a cozy fire place on cooler evenings), lots of beds (could accommodate two families of four and a set of grandparents comfortably), two baths with separate water heaters, and space to be together or separate, inside and out. The owners Jan and Reid were lovely, quickly responding to our few questions, and the caretakers are nearby if you need them (e.g. for more firewood!). Great location for paddleboarding (a schooner and a ferry wreck to spot!) and relaxing by the water or on the deck. We would recommend, and definitely come back. Thank you Jan and Reid!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
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